From the editor’s desk ...
Vanessa Fierstadt

Sitting in English class just a few weeks ago, seniors were informed about the Senior Grad Trip and Community Awards. While speaking with many classmates afterward, it was brought to my attention that the reality of leaving YHS hit students hard that day.

To think that we will be departing from this school in just a mere four months, and out on our own, seemed somewhat chilling. And while many are anxiously waiting for that date, still the sadness of leaving all the memories of our high school years is seeping in more and more each day.

From the first day of our freshman year until now, many of us have transformed in so many ways, and as we look back on those years it is sad to know we are leaving them all behind, but the good news is that you are taking yourself on another journey of your life, which shall also be filled with wonderful memories and good times.

Just think of all the stories you could tell just by being at YHS for four years, the recollections are endless. The sadness too, I believe, comes from not knowing what is ahead, where will our lives take us? And where will we end up? Many are uneasy about these questions, although there is no solution but to wait and see where the path guides you.

Another part of the emptiness is holding on to our dearest of friends. We have come to know so many people in our high school careers. Some of whom we see at a certain time of the day, in that one particular place, where you know they will always be. Perhaps sitting in their car on a chilly morning waiting for you to pull up, or meeting you in class day after day just waiting to hear how you are.

We think of the teachers who have guided us along in so many different ways, who have taught us so many lessons, and for many have given so much hope and light.

All of this is about to change, what we have become so accustomed to, so comfortable, is slipping from underneath our feet. Many of us feel like holding on as tight as we can, but soon goodbyes will have to be said, and although you are strong and think you may not cry, you will, and I say this because it was hard to hold back the tears as I wrote this editorial.

For all the fights, the hurtful words, and those whom you've cut yourself off from and vice versa, it seems that at this time making amends is the best thing to do for our well being, no grudges allowed.

Staying in touch with loved ones and friends also seems to be part of the anxiety we are having. How will we maintain this with the busy lives ahead of us? If it is important to you, and important to them to stay connected you have no worry, friends like that will be your true friends for life, and you know because they have been there for you through thick and thin, as well as you for them.

Treasure that always, for in life we need that to survive, even if it's that one phone call just to ask how you are. Just the thought that they took those few minutes to call, can make the worst of days appear to be so bright. For those whom you have not spoken with for some time, but know that there is a bond among you, do try to reach out before we walk that sun setting day in June, you may save something beautiful.